Years ago I was in Herb Stratemeyre's shop in Vermont and saw two nice shoyguns and bought them. But, I only had enough cash on hand to pay for one. Herb said "take them both and send me a check". I was a little surprised because this, the check would have been for a few thousand dollars and I asked Herb why he would trust me like that. His reply was one I will remember for years to come, he said "I have never be stiffed by a shotgun enthusiast and if I were, I would just call the ATF and report it stolen and by whom".
I think in a case like yours, for once, the ATF may very well be a friend. You might call them and tell this "Parker Brothers Makers" outfit you will report it stolen to the ATF and where it was last known to be.
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